HRES 228
110th Congress
House
International Affairs
Anniversaries
Commemorations
Congressional tributes
Democracy
Europe
Government Operations and Politics
Greece
Sovereignty
Recognizing the 186th anniversary of the independence of Greece and celebrating Greek and American democracy.
Introduced: March 8, 2007
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Mar 13, 2007
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Mar 13, 2007
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 413 - 0 (Roll no. 140). (text: CR H2450-2451)
Mar 13, 2007
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 413 - 0 (Roll no. 140).(text: CR H2450-2451)
Mar 13, 2007
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2461-2462)
Mar 13, 2007
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
Mar 13, 2007
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 228.
Mar 13, 2007
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2450-2453)
Mar 13, 2007
Mr. Wexler moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Mar 8, 2007
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Mar 8, 2007
Introduced in House
Votes taken on this bill
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| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2007 | House · vote #140 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree | Passed | 413–0 | See who voted → |
Plain-English summary
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
Extends the warm congratulations and best wishes of the House of Representatives to the people of Greece as they celebrate the 186th anniversary of the independence of Greece.
Expresses the support of the House of Representatives for the principles of democratic governance to which the people of Greece are committed.
Notes the important role that Greece has played in the wider European region and in the community of nations since gaining its independence 186 years ago.
What's happening now
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Committees of jurisdiction
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